Heroes, villains and naked nations: micro-solidarity and grounded nationalism in times of crisis by David, Lea, Carol, Sarah, Malešević, Siniša, Uzelac, Gordana

“…We utilize the notion of “naked nations” to show that, in times of crisis, people’s selfhood is profoundly grounded in micro-solidarity encounters that are tightly linked to nation-states.…”
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Social structural and cultural determinants in the formation and operation of small enterprise in the UK, with particular reference to the economy of East London and its Asian comm... by Nabi, Md. Nurun

“…Future, comparative studies of minority communities in other British cities and further afield in North America, may yield findings concerning the links between ethnicity and enterprise.…”
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Does trade liberalization effect energy consumption? by Mat Ghani, Gairuzazmi

“…The effect of tradeliberalization on the environment can be directly linked to energy consumption, because energy consumption and production are the underlying cause of most pollutants that harm the environment. …”
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Lanthanide complexes of phthalimide and phthalamate containing ligands: synthesis, photophysical properties and their potential applications by Chen, Gaoyun

“…There are numerous molecular designs using a fluorophore linked through a spacer group to a receptor(s), with a wide dynamic range, directional precision, target specificity, and molecular logic capability. …”
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Design and application of radio frequency identification systems by Uddin, Md. Jasim, Ibrahimy, Muhammad Ibn, Reaz, Mamun Ibn, Nordin, Anis Nurashikin

“…The recent world, development of effective technologies for linking the object wireless information is being prompted in various fields. …”
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Materials for bicycle frame system - a case study on the development of selection method by Maleque, Md. Abdul, Sarker, Dyuti

“…The selection of the correct materials for a design is a key step in the process because it is the crucial decision that links computer calculations and lines on an engineering drawing with a working design. …”
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Preliminary study on association of β2 - adrenergic receptor polymorphism with hypertension in hypertensive subjects attending Balok Health Centre, Kuantan by Ahmed Elbadri, Atia, Ku Zaifah, Norsidah, Abdullah, Nor Zamzila, Mokhtar, Rafidah Hanim, Draman, Samsul, Md Aris, Mohd Aznan, Abdul Rahman, Rashidah, A.Talib, Norlelawati

“…Polymorphisms within the beta2-adrenergic receptor (ADRB2) gene have been repeatedly linked to hypertension. Among the ADRB2 polymorphisms detected, Arg16Gly and Gln27Glu codons are considered the two most important variations. …”
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New estimates of single photon parameters for satellite-based QKD by Ali, Sellami, Wahiddin, Mohamed Ridza

“…We have also analyzed the feasibility of performing quantum key distribution (QKD), with different exiting protocols, in earth-satellite and intersatellite links. Our simulation shows the choice of intensity of signal state and the effect of choosing the number of decoy states on key generation rate. …”
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Investigation of the effect of temperature cycling on surface features of sulfathiazole crystals during seeded batch cooling crystallization by Abu Bakar, Mohd Rushdi, Nagy, Zoltan K., Rielly, Chris D.

“…The study shows the capability of FBRM to provide useful information with regard to the changes on the surface of the crystalline products, which could be linked to possible growth mechanisms. The information can be used to avoid problems in the downstream processing or in the final product property due to variations in flowability and friability, which are related to the crystal surface property.…”
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The effect of supply chain linkage on micro and small enterprises’ performance by Ya’kob, Siti Aisyah, Wan Jusoh, Wan Jamaliah

“…The practice of linking the enterprises with their channel members through supply chain activities is meant to achieve better performance and to create a win-win situation for both sides. …”
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Integrating Tawhidi values into science and engineering education: a case study by A. Mohamad Al-Batt’hi, Souad, Ahmad , Zuraida

“…This article reviews the recent work on integrating Twhidic values by corporating and linking between Quranic and scientific concepts in the texts of some science and engineering subjects and particularly physics for foundation studies. …”
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Reliability enhancement of complex networks through redundancy scaling by Al-Khateeb, Wajdi Fawzi Mohammed, Al-Irhayim, Sufyan, Al-Khateeb, Khalid A. Saeed

“…The second one uses internal embedded recurrent redundancy the substitute each of the links in the n-tuple bridge by a bridge network. …”
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Qucs: improvements and new directions in GPL compact device modelling and circuit simulation tools by Brinson, Mike, Crozier, Richard, Kuznetsov, Vadim, Novak, Clemens, Roucaries, Bastien, Schreuder, Frans, Torri, Guilherme B.

“…Significant new features will include additional compact device modelling capabilities through the inclusion of the Berkeley Model and Algorithm Prototyping Platform (MAPP) linked to Octave and the Qucs/ADMS Verilog-A “turn-key” modelling system, a choice of circuit simulation engine from Qucs built-in software, ngspice and Xyce GPL simulators, plus an increased number of circuit design aids.…”
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Open source circuit simulation tools for RF compact semiconductor device modelling by Grabinski, Wladek, Brinson, Mike, Nenzi, Paolo, Lannutti, Francesco, Makris, Nikolaos, Antonopoulos, Anglos, Bucher, Matthias

“…This invited paper summarizes recent MOS-AK open source compact model standardization activities and presents advanced topics in MOSEFT modelling, focusing in particular on analogue/RF applications. The paper discusses links between compact models and design methodologies, finally introducing elements of compact model standardization. …”
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Insight with stumpers: normative solution data for 25 stumpers and a fresh perspective on the accuracy effect by Ross, Wendy, Vallée-Tourangeau, Frédéric

“…Alongside normative data for 25 stumpers, we also demonstrate that insight is linked to certainty in the answer rather than whether the answer is correct or not and that certainty (subjective correctness) is a stronger predictor of the feeling of insight than objective correctness. …”
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Methods or methodology: terms that are too often confused by Harvey, Orlanda, Regmi, Pramod Raj, Mahato, Preeti, Dhakal Adhikari, Shovita, Dhital, Rolina, Van Teijlingen, Edwin

“…Methodology is a broader concept as it refers to the overall approach to the research, includes a justification for this approach, and links to research philosophy, i.e., how we produce knowledge. …”
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A Low Cost of an Exoskeleton Finger for Stroke Patient by Ab Aziz, Ab Wafi, Jalani, Jamaludin, Sadun, Amirul Syafiq, Hussin, Muhammad Zulhilmi

“…Both exoskeleton finger variations comprise three degrees of freedom (DOF), three links, and two joints. The findings show that the exoskeleton finger's ability to effectively maneuver a paralyzed finger into different positions as commanded, facilitating the rehabilitation process. …”
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Assesment of oxidative stress in chronic cerebral hypoperfusion-induced neurodegeneration in rats by Saxena, Anil Kumar, Abdul Majeed, Saif Saad, Oothuman, Pakeer, Gurtu, Sunil

“…Aging related reduction in cerebral blood flow (CBF) has been linked with neurodegenerative disorders including Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. …”
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Removal of nitrate and phosphate from municipal wastewater sludge by Chlorella Vulgaris, Spirulina Platensis and Scenedesmus Quadricauda by Khan Chowdhury, Ahmed Jalal, Alam, Md. Zahangir, W.A., Matin, Yunus, Kamaruzzaman, John, Akbar, Hossain, Toffazel

“…Nitrate and phosphorus in wastewater contribute to health and environmental threats as they are linked to illnesses as well as ecosystem disruption via algal blooms in contaminated water bodies. …”
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A new configuration of two wheeled vehicles: towards a more workspace and motion flexibility by Goher, Khalid, Ahmad, Salmiah, Tokhi, M. Osman

“…The new developed configurations is of great importance in various applications including self balance robots, wheelchairs on two wheels, stability analysis of multi segment gaits and multi links cranes etc. In order to maintain the system nonlinear characteristics, the system model is derived with the consideration of the joints friction based on the Coulomb friction model. …”
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